If you master just one chicken-cooking method, make it poaching. This simple technique is at the top of our list because poached chicken is such a versatile ingredient: You can shred it and add it to soups, casseroles, salads, or Mexican dishes like enchiladas and quesadillas. Basically, if you have a few poached chicken breasts in your refrigerator, you're not far from having dinner on the table. See the strategy at work with the following recipes, all starring poached chicken.
Spring-Vegetable Coucous with Chicken
Barbecued Chicken on Garlic Toast
